Violation Detail
Standard Cited: 19100147 C04 I The control of hazardous energy (lockout/tagout).
Inspection Nr: 1779163.015
Citation: 02001
Citation Type: Serious
Abatement Status: Abatement Completed
Initial Penalty: $31,939.00
Current Penalty: $16,131.00
Issuance Date: 12/11/2024
Nr Instances: 1
Nr Exposed: 12
Abatement Date: 12/18/2024
Gravity: 10
Report ID: 0524700
Contest Date:
Final Order: 01/09/2025
Related Event Code (REC): A;R
Emphasis:
Type | Latest Event | Event Date | Penalty | Abatement Due Date | Citation Type | Failure to Abate Inspection |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Penalty | I: Informal Settlement | 01/09/2025 | $16,131.00 | 12/18/2024 | Serious | |
Penalty | Z: Issued | 12/11/2024 | $31,939.00 | 12/18/2024 | Repeat |
Text For Citation: 02 Item/Group: 001 Hazard:
29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i): Procedures were not developed, documented and utilized for the control of potentially hazardous energy when employees were engaged in activities covered by this section. a. Durez Corporation - Kenton, Ohio: On or about September 20, 2024, the employer did not develop, document, and utilize energy control procedures for authorized employees who unjammed the pack-out 4020 machine (Arcopack, Inc; s/n C3594), located in Building 40. Employees were exposed to the rotating parts of the belt and flywheel when opening the side guard and of the belt when lowering the spout. Durez Corporation was previously cited for a violation of this Occupational Safety and Health standard 29 CFR 1910.147(c)(4)(i), which was contained in OSHA inspection number 1502748, citation number 1, item number 1a, and was affirmed as a final order on February 10, 2021, with respect to a workplace located at 13717 US HWY 68 South, Kenton, OH 43326. In accordance with 29 CFR 1903.19(d), abatement certification is required for this violation (using the CERTIFICATION OF CORRECTIVE ACTION WORKSHEET), and in addition, documentation demonstrating that abatement is complete must be included with your certification. This documentation may include, but is not limited to, evidence of the purchase or repair of the equipment, photographic or video evidence, or written records.